Need Opinions on these Floral Names!

Girl Names
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Hiya berries! So, with your suggestions and with some research of my own I’ve come up with a new name list and could really feel like I need your help to sift through them and see which ones are better. This time around, I really want to go with a first name that fits better with Larkspur, because at this point I think her names sticks out in comparison to her siblings’ more cohesive and classic first names.

[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f]: My trouble with this one is the [name_f]Mary[/name_f] wedged in the middle, though it doesn’t have the “[name_f]Mary[/name_f]” pronunciation. I have a [name_f]Theda[/name_f] [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] and [name_f]Maria[/name_f] [name_f]Marigold[/name_f] already… Would it be overkill?

[name_f]Primrose[/name_f]: I love this one but would it be too repetitive since I have a daughter who’s middle name is [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f]?

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f]: I’m beginning to fall in love with [name_f]Clementine[/name_f] but worry it’s still too tame in comparison to Larkspur.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f]: Awesome name, beautiful imagery, but other than the prospect of nickname [name_f]Nell[/name_f], doesn’t excite me as much.

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f]: Not precisely floral, but I think it’s more a person’s name than Delphinium. Could be a fun way to link this baby’s name with Larkspur since they’re different names for the same flower.

[name_f]Camellia[/name_f]: I love [name_f]Camellia[/name_f] because the flower is gorgeous and I love the Lady of the Camellias, [name_f]Violetta[/name_f] from La Traviata and [name_f]Camille[/name_f], the movie.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f]: Am loving [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] more and more, but slightly concerned it’s too similar in sound to Larkspur, repeating initials is perfectly okay for us if it’s the right name.

[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f]: I love [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f], always have. The floral tree, the fragrance and [name_u]Steel[/name_u] Magnolias, both versions. I love it!

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f]: Has been a GP for years, but who knows, mine could be the first [name_f]Petunia[/name_f] in generations lol.

Calendula: I absolutely love Calendula. It’s a lovely and simple little flower, bright yellow and orange. I have loved this name for a long time!

Another name I find myself liking a lot but which isn’t particularly floral is Belphoebe.

Help me out once again berries?
Thanks!

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Ooh, you have got some great options!!! I have always liked [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and truly would never have noticed the repetition of “mar.” I think this one works really well with the sibset, actually. I am starting to love [name_f]Clementine[/name_f] too but I would agree that Larkspur is a little more unexpected. [name_f]Camellia[/name_f] is my other favorite. The only downside might be confusion with [name_f]Camilla[/name_f], but I could definitely live with that to get [name_f]Camellia[/name_f]. I like [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] but I tend to agree it is just a little too similar to Larkspur. [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] is maybe a little closer to [name_f]Maria[/name_f]'s full name than I would prefer. Overall my two favorites for you are [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and [name_f]Camellia[/name_f]. Good luck!

Edit: Originally I thought Delphine wasn’t “floral enough” but hearing all the love for it, plus the connection to Larkspur’s name, makes me love this one for you as well.

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My favorites for you are [name_f]Petunia[/name_f] & [name_f]Ornella[/name_f].

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] [name_f]Miriam[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Frances[/name_f]
[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] [name_f]Molly[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Francine[/name_f]
[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] [name_f]Emily[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Charlotte[/name_f]
[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] [name_f]Betsey[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Harriet[/name_f]
[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] [name_f]Winifred[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Winifred[/name_f]

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Belpheobe is actually a really cool name, kinda quirky but lovely!

I also like [name_f]Petunia[/name_f], [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] and [name_f]Delphine[/name_f].

[name_f]IMO[/name_f] [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and [name_f]Primrose[/name_f] may be too close to your other girls names.

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I like [name_f]Camellia[/name_f] and [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] best, just from their sounds.

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[name_f]Primrose[/name_f] and [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] are my favourites for you — just lovely! [name_f]Clementine[/name_f] also works really well.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f] is gorgeous but I think too close to Larkspur, and [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] I feel is a little close to [name_f]Maria[/name_f], especially taking her middle name into account.

Personally, I find the others pretty but rather too frilly and fussy for your set. I know your [name_f]Theda[/name_f] is [name_f]Theodora[/name_f] in full, but though long and feminine that still has a really spunky, headstrong vibe to me.

I like some of your middle name options from your signature a lot with this set — [name_f]Bluebell[/name_f] and [name_f]Maple[/name_f] especially. Or how about:

Rosehip
[name_f]Clover[/name_f]
[name_f]Cypress[/name_f]
[name_f]Acacia[/name_f]
Osier
[name_f]Aster[/name_f]
[name_f]Fern[/name_f]
Vetiver
Vervain
[name_u]Bay[/name_u]
Lupin
[name_u]Sorrel[/name_u]
[name_f]Peony[/name_f]
Thistle
[name_f]Briar[/name_f]
[name_f]Saffron[/name_f]
Foxglove
Poplar
Celandine
[name_f]Orchid[/name_f]
Campion
[name_f]Lilac[/name_f]
[name_f]Snowdrop[/name_f]
[name_f]Madelief[/name_f]
[name_u]Yarrow[/name_u]

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My favorites are Belphoebe and [name_f]Clementine[/name_f] - I think [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and [name_f]Primrose[/name_f] are close to sisters names

Amaranth - I don’t know if -mar- will be a problem here but since it is quirky compared to [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] it will balance Larkspur nicely

Belemir - not a Western name I know but finding a Turkish flower name that actually sounds like a name is really hard :smiley:
[name_f]Belle[/name_f]-eh-meer is how it is said and I think both [name_f]Belle[/name_f] and [name_f]Miri[/name_f] will make good nicknames, it means Cornflower :slight_smile:

Dianella - a name for flax lily and I love this name a lot. I love both [name_f]Diana[/name_f] and [name_f]Diane[/name_f] maybe that’s the reason?

[name_f]Jonquil[/name_f] - if you love daffodils but don’t like [name_f]Daffodil[/name_f] or [name_f]Narcissa[/name_f]/[name_m]Narcissus[/name_m] then [name_f]Jonquil[/name_f] is a great name to consider

Lunaria - is a name for money plant and it is a better name than money plant too - feels like it is a mixture of [name_f]Luna[/name_f] and [name_f]Aria[/name_f] two names that got popular a lot due to book characters

Matthiola - [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] is nice but I would love to talk about this gem here, with Dianella and Lunaria these three are part of my GP name list, I love [name_f]Mimosa[/name_f] too !

Ruellia - for Ruellia Tuberosa or Tubrose which has an amazing smell - sadly Sümbülteber can not cross international boundaries

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@elifsu: Belemir, [name_f]Jonquil[/name_f], and Ruellia are gorgeous!!! I hope to hear them more often on NB.

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[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] - I don’t think the “mary” part is an issue here, since it doesn’t have the same pronunciation as in [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] or [name_f]Maria[/name_f]. Would be a nice fit with Larkspur.

[name_f]Primrose[/name_f] - A hair too repetitive, [name_f]IMO[/name_f]. It also has the same compound structure as Larkspur, but isn’t as adventurous or interesting. Maybe as a middle?

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f] - I don’t think it’s too tame in comparison to Larkspur at all! It probably feels tame-er to you than it is because it’s such a favorite here on the forums, but out in the real world it would be more striking.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] - I’m the opposite of you, I find this one soooo exciting! Would be stunning with your kids’ names—I like that it’s botanical like Larkspur, an unusual -A name like [name_f]Theda[/name_f], but has that “[name_f]Nell[/name_f]” part which is classic enough to match [name_f]Maria[/name_f]. The total package, [name_f]IMO[/name_f].

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f] - Would be great with your kids’ names, though you’re right that it doesn’t read as botanical. You might also get some “[name_f]Delphine[/name_f] LaLaurie” remarks if you’re in the US.

[name_f]Camellia[/name_f] - Another one that would be great with your kids’ names. Similar to [name_f]Ornella[/name_f], it’s a good mix of classic sounds while being unusual and striking as a name.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f] - Yep, it’s too close to Larkspur. Maybe as a middle name?

[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] - I love it, but find it too close to [name_f]Maria[/name_f] with the matching beginnings and endings. Are you at all fond of nn form [name_f]Nola[/name_f]? [name_f]Nola[/name_f] has a similar “calm, sophisticated and mysterious” vibe to [name_f]Theda[/name_f].

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] - Would be a great option if not for the horrible aunt in the [name_m]Harry[/name_m] [name_m]Potter[/name_m] series. I can’t picture anything else when I hear it, not even the flower!

Calendula - Very cool, but might be too cool. I think people know how to say Larkspur, but with Calendula it’s not as clear which syllable to emphasize. I’d keep it MN only.

And Belphoebe is a long-time love of mine that would be excellent with your kids’ names. Maybe you could use a botanical middle to link it to Larkspur?

Favorites for you: [name_f]Ornella[/name_f], [name_f]Camellia[/name_f], Belphoebe

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My favorites are [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and [name_f]Primrose[/name_f], as they have a similar level of quirkiness to Larkspur for me. I don’t think the repetitions of [name_f]Rose[/name_f] and [name_f]Mary[/name_f] are a big deal, since [name_f]Mary[/name_f] is so different in pronunciation in [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] and [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] is a separate plant from [name_f]Primrose[/name_f]. I like [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] but it is very similar to Larkspur with the same beginning and ending sounds. I also think [name_f]Hyacinth[/name_f] would be a good one to consider. It repeats “cinth” from [name_f]Cynthia[/name_f] but that could be a nice sisterly tie. [name_f]Hyacinth[/name_f] [name_f]Camille[/name_f]?

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Such a gorgeous list of names! I have a weakness for more unusual floral names :slight_smile:
I wouldn’t worry about a first name being too similar to another child’s middle name. Maybe [name_f]Ornella[/name_f] is my favorite from your list; it’s so unexpected and interesting and lovely.

Here are some of my favorites in this category:

  • [name_f]Hyacinth[/name_f], as the previous poster mentioned; sooo pretty!
  • [name_f]Freesia[/name_f]; it has such an evocative, spirited feel to it.
  • Delphinium; which I know you considered but didn’t care for in its entirety: I love it with the nickname [name_u]Finn[/name_u]. If you’re not a nicknamer than I probably wouldn’t use it.
  • [name_f]Begonia[/name_f]; reminds me of [name_f]Petunia[/name_f], only I prefer it slightly.
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[name_f]Camellia[/name_f]!!! It’s one of my favorites and so underused.

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What about a gemstone name? [name_f]Amethyst[/name_f] would be SPECTACULAR with Larkspur. So would [name_f]Sapphire[/name_f].

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This is so tough! I think [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] is my favorite. So delicate and lovely. Or [name_f]Delphine[/name_f]!

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What about [name_f]Garnet[/name_f]? I like the idea of a gemstone name, as @bjoy suggested. [name_f]Garnet[/name_f] and Larkspur are both equally rich, and both have almost a mysterious, dreamy vibe imo. They are also both evocative of a color (blue/red respectively). [name_f]Opal[/name_f] would be nice, too.

[name_f]Garnet[/name_f] [name_f]Francine[/name_f]
[name_f]Opal[/name_f] [name_f]Francine[/name_f]
[name_f]Dorothy[/name_f] [name_f]Garnet[/name_f]
[name_f]Henrietta[/name_f] [name_f]Opal[/name_f]
[name_f]Garnet[/name_f] [name_f]Delilah[/name_f]
[name_f]Opal[/name_f] [name_f]Harriet[/name_f]
[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] [name_f]Garnet[/name_f]
[name_f]Agatha[/name_f] [name_f]Opal[/name_f]
[name_f]Garnet[/name_f] [name_f]Julia[/name_f]
[name_f]Opal[/name_f] [name_f]Dorothea[/name_f]

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I love [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] with your girls’ names! It’s so sweet and floral, bridging the quirky garden style of Larkspur with the spunky vintage feel of [name_f]Maria[/name_f] and [name_f]Theda[/name_f].
It is very close to [name_f]Maria[/name_f] and [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] - I pronounce them “muh-[name_f]REE[/name_f]-uh”, “[name_f]ROSE[/name_f]-muh-ree” and “AM-muh-RILL-iss”, so they all have the “muh” syllable, but judging from previous responses, it must be different in other accents. In either case, though, I actually don’t think it’s is a big problem - if anything, it would be a nice way to link the sisters’ names. My name shares a syllable with my sister’s, and it’s never been more than a nice connection.

I think [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f], [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] and [name_f]Primrose[/name_f] could all work too - the style is spot-on, and I’m sure that in a big family a little [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f], [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] or [name_f]Primrose[/name_f] would be able to make her name her own in spite of it being similar to her sister’s.

I’m afraid [name_f]Petunia[/name_f] is a bit too Aunt [name_f]Petunia[/name_f] for me. The flowers also aren’t my favourite. I prefer [name_f]Petal[/name_f], but that might be a little mawkish for you.

Would you consider [name_f]Fuchsia[/name_f]? It makes a wonderfully bright and characterful flower name.

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Oh, what lovely options. I really like most of these but here are my favorites:

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f] - Ok, I’m a bit biased because I adore this name! I’m always delighted whenever I see her being considered. I do really like the subtle connection with Larkspur. The general public will not know the connection but it could a nice thing two sisters could share. I will say I’m surprised more people don’t associate [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] with Delphinium (especially name nerds), that’s one of my first associations with the name!

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f] - I don’t have a whole paragraph for this one but it’s so sweet! I’ve been actually falling for it lately, too! I really adore it with your other children’s names.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] - I have never heard of this before and it took my breath away! I am not too sure of it with your other kids names though. I think it could be a fabulous middle name, especially since your not thrilled with the nickname “[name_f]Nell[/name_f]”.

I also really like & think would work well:
[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] - Only thing that slightly bother’s me is the repeating letters/sounds as sister [name_f]Maria[/name_f] [name_f]Marigold[/name_f].
[name_f]Lavender[/name_f] - Maybe a little close to Larkspur, however.
[name_f]Petunia[/name_f]

[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] - It’s pretty and has a wonderful meaning but the -mary- thing would bother me.
[name_f]Primrose[/name_f] - Too repetitive, [name_f]IMO[/name_f].
Calendula - It’s okay, does not wow me. I could picture it as more of a middle name.
[name_f]Camellia[/name_f] - Super pretty but I just like your other options more. No real reservations about it though!
Belphoebe - Oh, I totally forgot about this name. I feel like people were mentioning it a lot a few years ago. It’s very pretty. I’m not sure about it as a first name (esp. with your set) but I could totally see it as a middle!

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[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] - I don’t think [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] is too “[name_f]Mary[/name_f]” to be a problem with your other girls (especially with the difference in pronunciation), but I do feel like she’s a little safe to match with Larkspur.

[name_f]Primrose[/name_f] - Again, a pretty name (and I don’t think that the similarity with [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] would be much of an issue), but I do feel like this name doesn’t match Larkspur’s unique qualities.

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f] - A lovely name, but still too “safe” imo.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] - [name_f]Ornella[/name_f] (and [name_f]Nell[/name_f]) is a standout name! ([name_f]Orinthia[/name_f] and [name_f]Orabella[/name_f] are a couple close suggestions).

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f] - [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] is nice but I always tend to think of the Oracle of [name_f]Delphi[/name_f] so it’s hard for me to see it as a standalone name.

[name_f]Camellia[/name_f] - I think this is a name that could connect the otherness of Larkspur with her siblings more classic chic names.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f] - A beautiful name that matches Larkspur’s intensity and natural feel.

[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] - I think this is getting too close her some of the older sisters names.

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] - I cannot get passed my own negative bias of this name to give a good opinion.

Calendula - This name feels oddly clunky to me, but it feels right with Larkspur.

Belphoebe - This is a gorgeous name that I think could easily bridge the gap between your children’s names.

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[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f]: I like [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f], but I also like [name_f]Artemisia[/name_f] and [name_f]Andromeda[/name_f] for long lush florals without the “mary” in them.

[name_f]Primrose[/name_f]: I love both [name_f]Primrose[/name_f] and [name_f]Rosemary[/name_f] but don’t think I would use both.

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f]: What about the beautiful yellow flower Celandine? It’s a much better pair with Larkspur as far as quirky floral.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f]: I like [name_f]Nell[/name_f] too, but I don’t like [name_f]Ornella[/name_f].

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f]: I love [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] and think it works.

[name_f]Camellia[/name_f]: I love [name_f]Camellia[/name_f]. And it’s a wonderful pair to Larkspur.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f]: I like [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] but it feels too close to Larkspur.

[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f]: [name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] is pretty excellent.

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f]: I only like the flower that is also called [name_m]Wild[/name_m] [name_f]Petunia[/name_f] - Ruellia.

Calendula: Sweet, and [name_f]Callie[/name_f] is appealing. But I might also consider [name_f]Zinnia[/name_f].

Belphoebe is cool. I think I would consider something like [name_f]Camellia[/name_f] Belphoebe.

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[name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] - because the ‘mary’ in [name_f]Amaryllis[/name_f] isn’t pronounced the same way as in your other children’s names, I don’t think it would be too much of a problem. If it’s really bothering you, you could use the variant spelling [name_f]Amarilis[/name_f]? I don’t think it’s as pretty, but it’s an option.

[name_f]Primrose[/name_f] - I personally think this one is too similar to [name_f]Theda[/name_f]'s middle name. It’s also too strongly linked to The Hunger Games for me, although it is a pretty name.

[name_f]Clementine[/name_f] - A lovely name, but I would still consider this a classic. If you’re wanting to match your new daughter’s name to Larkspur’s, I’m not sure this is the one for you.

[name_f]Ornella[/name_f] - I’ve never heard of this one before. It fits a little better with Larkspur, but I think it’s still leaning a little more to the classic side.

[name_f]Delphine[/name_f] - This is my favourite option for you! I personally really love [name_f]Delphine[/name_f], and the link with Larkspur’s name is an added bonus! I also think it bridges the stylistic differences between Larkspur and the more traditional [name_m]Hugo[/name_m], [name_m]Jasper[/name_m], [name_f]Theda[/name_f], [name_f]Maria[/name_f], and [name_m]Rupert[/name_m].

[name_f]Camellia[/name_f] - I also like this one, and I think it could work for you.

[name_f]Lavender[/name_f] - I worry this one might be seen as a little too linked to [name_f]Lavender[/name_f] [name_m]Brown[/name_m] from [name_m]Harry[/name_m] [name_m]Potter[/name_m].

[name_f]Magnolia[/name_f] - A nice name, but its written form would be a little too similar to [name_f]Maria[/name_f] [name_f]Marigold[/name_f] for me.

[name_f]Petunia[/name_f] - Like [name_f]Lavender[/name_f], too linked to [name_m]Harry[/name_m] [name_m]Potter[/name_m] for my liking.

Overall, [name_f]Delphine[/name_f] is my favourite option for you!